At OCD FM, we provide fire protection dry lining services for commercial, industrial, educational and residential properties. Dry lining is the process of applying a layer of insulation, or a fire-resistant material, to the internal walls of a building to improve thermal insulation, sound insulation, and fire resistance.
Within passive fire protection systems, dry lining plays a critical role in forming fire-resistant walls, ceilings and partitions that help contain fire within designated compartments of a building.
Our team are fully accredited fire protection experts and qualified to install fire protection dry lining materials and systems, including Fireproof Plasterboard, Walls, Ceilings and Partitions. These systems use specialist plasterboard boards designed for fire resistance, acoustic performance and thermal insulation within both commercial and residential buildings.
We also work with commercial customers to fireproof structural steel with the application of boarding, drylining and intumescent paint.
All products are supplied and installed, ensuring that they comply with current legislation and safety standards. We use the latest technology and materials to provide high-quality and reliable dry lining services that can not only improve the energy efficiency of your building but also increase fire resistance to protect the building and its occupants in the event of a fire. Our dry lining systems can incorporate insulated plasterboard, fire-rated plasterboard boards and specialist jointing systems to achieve the required fire protection performance.
We can also handle complex projects and integrate drylining with other fire protection or insulation projects to achieve the best performance. Our team will work closely with you to understand your specific needs and tailor a solution that meets your requirements and budget.
Fire protection dry lining provides a number of important benefits for modern buildings and construction projects. When properly installed, plasterboard systems help protect occupants, maintain structural integrity and support regulatory compliance.
Fire-rated plasterboard walls and ceilings slow the spread of fire and heat, helping to maintain safe escape routes and protect critical structural elements.
Dry lining systems create fire-resistant partitions and shaft walls that divide buildings into separate fire compartments, preventing flames and smoke from spreading rapidly between spaces.
Board encasements and dry lining systems can be used to protect structural steel and service risers, helping buildings maintain stability during a fire.
Dry lining walls can incorporate insulated plasterboard and additional insulation layers to improve thermal performance and reduce sound transmission between interior spaces.
Compared with traditional wet plaster systems, dry lining is less labour-intensive and allows projects to progress more quickly while still delivering a smooth and professional finish.
Our dry lining solutions use a full range of plasterboard systems, including standard plasterboard, fire-resistant plasterboard and insulated plasterboard boards. These boards are typically fixed to metal stud or timber stud frameworks or applied directly to masonry walls using plasterboard adhesive in a “dot and dab” construction method.
Dry lining eliminates the need for traditional wet plaster, allowing walls and ceilings to be finished more quickly while creating a smooth and professional finish suitable for direct decoration. The plasterboard joints are finished using jointing compound, jointing tape and careful sanding to achieve a flat surface ready for paint or other finishes.
OCD Fire Management Solutions (OCD FM) provides comprehensive Dry Lining Services for commercial and residential properties. Our team of experts will ensure that your Dry Lining is installed and maintained in compliance with all relevant fire safety regulations.
Our dry lining walls and ceilings are designed to support passive fire protection strategies by maintaining compartmentation and slowing the spread of fire and smoke throughout the building.
We will conduct a site survey to assess the property’s Dry Lining requirements and provide a detailed report of our findings.
We will install Dry Lining, applying a layer of insulation, or a fire-resistant fire protection dry lining material, to the internal walls of a building to improve thermal insulation, sound insulation, and fire resistance in compliance with all relevant regulations and standards.
We will provide all relevant documentation, including installation reports, maintenance reports, and certification records. This documentation supports compliance with fire safety standards and provides evidence that the dry lining installation meets the required fire resistance ratings.
We will follow all relevant health and safety guidelines and regulations during the installation process. The client must provide safe and unrestricted access to all areas being installed and identify any potential hazards or risks associated with the area being installed.
We will take appropriate measures to minimise any environmental impact of the installation process. The client is responsible for ensuring that any necessary permits or permissions are in place for the installation.
The client must provide any necessary keys or access codes to gain entry to the building or areas affected by the installation.
Our installation work may cause some disruption to your operations, but we always aim to keep these disruptions to a minimum and work with the upmost professionalism. To that end it’s important that clients work with us to cooperate with our installers and provide any necessary assistance to minimise disruption.
We will conduct the Dry Lining Fire Protection Installation in compliance with all relevant regulations and standards. All plasterboard boards, fixings, joints and fire protection layers are installed in accordance with UK building regulations and recognised fire safety standards.
We will treat all information obtained during the Dry Lining Installation process as confidential and will not disclose it to any third parties without the client’s written consent, except where required by law.
There are many reasons to choose OCD FM for your fire risk assessment needs. As well as being Fire Protection Specialists, here are five key reasons why you should consider us:
At OCD FM, we are confident that we can provide you with a fire management service that meets your needs and exceeds your expectations. We understand that every building and organisation has different requirements, which is why our fire protection services are tailored to the needs of each client. Whether working on a new construction project, upgrading an existing building or carrying out surveys and remedial works, our team works closely with building owners, contractors and facilities managers to implement effective fire protection solutions.
From initial site surveys and inspections through to installation, certification and ongoing support, OCD FM provides a reliable and professional service designed to protect buildings, safeguard occupants and maintain full compliance with current fire safety regulations.
Fire protection dry lining is the installation of fire-rated plasterboard systems onto internal walls, ceilings or structural frameworks to improve fire resistance within a building. These plasterboard boards are fixed to metal stud or timber frame frameworks to create fire-resistant partitions, shafts and encasements that slow the spread of fire and smoke. In passive fire protection systems, dry lining helps protect structural elements, maintain compartmentation and safeguard occupants during a fire while creating a smooth surface ready for decoration.
Dry lining systems use specialist fire-rated plasterboard boards with an aerated gypsum core designed to resist heat and slow flame spread. When fixed to plasterboard walls, ceilings or structural steel encasements, these plasterboard sheets create fire-resistant barriers that help contain fire within designated compartments. The boards are secured using appropriate fixings and screws, and multiple layers may be installed depending on the required fire resistance thickness.
Fire protection dry lining can include several types of specialist plasterboard depending on the building requirements. Fire-resistant plasterboard is designed with reinforced gypsum cores to improve fire resistance. Insulated plasterboard can also be used to provide both thermal insulation and fire performance. Moisture-resistant plasterboard may be used in kitchens, plant rooms or service areas where humidity is present while still maintaining fire safety standards. Tapered-edge plasterboard is commonly used because it allows joints and edges to be finished smoothly with jointing compound, creating a smooth finish across plasterboard walls.
Fire protection dry lining is widely used in commercial buildings, residential developments, schools, hospitals and industrial facilities. It is commonly installed to form plasterboard walls, fire compartment partitions, suspended ceilings, shaft walls and structural steel encasements. These systems help control the spread of fire and protect escape routes, service risers and structural elements within the building while also providing support for services that pass through walls and ceilings.
Fire protection dry lining must be installed in accordance with UK fire safety legislation and relevant building regulations. Systems must meet specified fire resistance ratings and be installed using approved materials and methods to maintain compartmentation within the building. During installation, each plasterboard sheet must be measured and cut accurately so joints, corners and service openings are properly sealed to maintain the integrity of the fire-rated system.
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